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Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Pie (A From-Scratch Amish Favorite)

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A Readers Favorite

This post has been such a fun post. It has brought so much community and interaction while bringing people together. It’s been fun reading all the “southern sayings” y’all have left, too. I’m working on part two now and can’t wait to see how y’all like it.

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50 of the Best Southern Sayings

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Homemade Thousand Island Dressing: Easy, Delicious, and Made in 5 Minutes

Creamy, tangy and a little bit sweet, this quick and…

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

Pumpkin What Pies? These Mini Pumpkin Whoopie Pies have the perfect…

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Chocolate Cherry Cake Torte

This cake tastes great and looks impressive too!

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Pumpkin Bundt Cake with Pumpkin Spice Glaze

This easy homemade Pumpkin Bundt Cake is full of pumpkin…

The Best Canning Supplies That Will Make Home Canning Easy

This list of essential canning supplies will have you canning…

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars

These cookie bars are packed full of flavor. Chocolate chips…

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Hey there! I’m Kim!

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Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here!

My journey to cooking is a story of growing up with a mom and two grandmas who were excellent cooks. This led me down the path of knowing how to cook as a young bride. It’s a tale of embracing made-from-scratch meals and the profound joy of cooking them for my family and friends.

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